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Formula 4: The Gatekeepers of Motorsports

4.2 mins

18/05/18

Motorsport is highly regarded as one of the most exhilarating sporting genres on the planet, spurring sporting events such as Formula One, Le Mans, GT3 and many others. However to gain entry to this fantastic realm, ‘rookies’ must first cut their teeth in Formula 4.

Formula 4 or F4 is ground zero in garnering experience and track time. The formula teaches the grass roots knowledge that enables drivers to compete at the highest levels of the sport. Take Formula 4 South East Asia (F4 SEA) – fueled by Petron – as a prime example.

The FIA-certified Championship, based in Malaysia, enables talented drivers to transition seamlessly to open-wheel Formula racing. F4 SEA offers a host of features unique to the brand, which are aimed at further developing local talents. These features are bundled together under the One-Concept philosophy, envisioned by MERITUS.GP: One Data, One Make, One Team and One Cost are the core features that differentiate F4 SEA from other Formula 4 Championships.

F1-hopefuls are given the arsenal needed to kick-start their fruitful careers in motorsports. Formula 4 is their passport and ticket to heights of success in motorsports.

“Formula 4 is a great Championship, and as a result now I’m ready for Formula 3 Asia” said Isyraf Danish of Malaysia

The FIA (worldwide governing body of motorsports), alongside former Formula One driver Gerhard Berger – created the FIA pyramid in March 2013 as a response to the influx of interest shown in junior racing series such as Formula BMW and AsiaCup Series.

Now, under the unity of the Formula 4 ‘brand’ – athletes are able to chart their ascension up to the highest echelons of racing such as Formula One, LMP1, GT3 and so on.

“It is really great that Formula 4 is here as I believe it will help boost the local racing scene and provide a strong base for the growth of motorsports. I am proud of winning the first FIA F4 SEA Championship. This experience has prepared me well and was a good refresher for my next step to Formula 3 Asia in a few months’ time” exclaimed 2016 Formula 4 South East Asia Driver Champion, Presley Martono of Indonesia.

Moreover, regional Championships such as F4 SEA, don’t require an International C License. With minimal karting experience, a requisite age of 15 along with a National C License, an exciting professional career in motorsports is just around the corner.

Formula 4 is now the gold standard in assessing and preparing talented hopefuls skyward to fruitful and exciting careers in motorsports. With the support of the FIA and local affiliates, Formula 4 is on the right track in developing future track stars.

Formula 4 SEA does its part in nurturing local talents in more ways than just racing. For example, the regional FIA Championship will be holding a black tie affair dubbed the MERITUS Awards Gala or MAG’s for short, to celebrate and reward the outstanding and memorable moments of the just-finished season of the Formula 4 South East Asia Championship. Be sure to follow our various social media platforms to keep up to date with the latest.

F4 SEA

Formula 4 SEA is the first step for young drivers looking to reach LMP1, GT1 or F1. The Championship is designed to transition 15-19 year old karters into formula racing, giving them the foundation they need to get into GT racing or F1.

In the 2017-18 F4SEA visited Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines, for a 30-race 5-event Championship.

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It is really good that F4 SEA is here, as I believe it will help boost the local racing scene and provide a strong base for the growth of motorsports.

Presley Martono

2016 F4 SEA Champion

MERITUS.GP is the best around!

As far as I’am concerned, MERITUS.GP (F4 SEA engineering services provider) is the best around. I have no hesitation to recommend them if a driver wishes to take up single seater racing. They know what they do and what’s more important they are honest and take seriously on what they do.

Afiq Ikhwan

Lamborghini Super Trofeo Champion

MERITUS Provided a Fantastic Service!

For a driver aiming to get to Formula 1, MERITUS.GP is the team to be with. They have all the stepping stones in place and skills required to get to Formula 1.

Earl Bamber

24H LeMans 2017 Champion

It was Fantastic!

It was fantastic to win my first FIA Championship with MERITUS.GP in 2009. AFter my success with the team in Formula BMW I went on to win in GP2 and GP3 in Europe. Formula 4 replaces Formula BMW and for sure it is the best step after karting.

Rio Haryanto

Manor F1 Driver

A Great Success

AsiaCup by MERITUS.GP was a great success and I recommend the Formula 4 SEA by MERITUS.GP for those drivers seeking a professional career in the sport!